50 Foods You Should Stop Eating Right Now

What foods should you never eat again?

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Soft drinks

In addition to sugar, soft drinks contain phosphoric acid, which can cause bone disease, and caffeine, which can lead to high blood pressure and heart problems.

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White bread

Made from refined flour, white sandwich bread is extremely low in protein and fibre and has an extremely high glycemic index.

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Potato chips

You should stop eating chips not just because of their high fat content, but also because their high concentration of acrylamide makes them carcinogenic.

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Sugar

Sugar consumption is directly linked to diabetes, which is why it is often compared to a poison that kills slowly. White sugar can be replaced by natural sugars like honey or maple syrup.

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Canned soup

Before you buy canned soup, check the Nutrition Facts chart. Most canned soups have a really high level of sodium, making them a fairly unhealthy choice.

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Cereal bars

Most cereal bars are full of sugar and fat. It’s fanciful to think they’re a healthy snack. Make sure to read the ingredients carefully or make your own at home.

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Deli meats

Processed meats—which contain considerable amounts of fat and nitrites, a particularly unhealthy additive—could increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

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Doughnuts

Made mostly of sugar and fat, doughnuts are toxic to your health. And don’t forget that the oil they’re cooked in has probably been heated more than once…

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Sugar substitutes

Although they don’t contain calories, artificial sugars such as saccharin, aspartame, and sucralose could lead to cardiovascular disease or prediabetes.

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Sugary juices

A glass of orange juice is great, but juices that are made almost entirely of sugar and colouring should be banned from your diet once and for all.

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Bacon

As delicious as it is, bacon is one of the most dangerous meats for your health. It’s quite high in saturated fat and increases your risk of heart disease.

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Hot dogs

Composed mainly of fat and salt, this type of sausage is made from the edible “leftovers” of various meats (beef, chicken, or pork) and the animal’s heart, tongue, stomach, or blood. Plus, hot dogs also contain nitrites.

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Store-bought muffins

Even if they include healthy ingredients like nuts or whole flours, store-bought muffins contain a huge amount of calories and very little nutritional value.

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Chocolate spread

Whether it’s the name brand or an organic variety, this food item contains immense amounts of sugar, fat, and of course calories.

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French fries

Just like potato chips, French fries contain acrylamide, a substance created by the amino acid in potatoes when heated to 120°C (250 °F) or higher.

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Candy

Mainly composed of sugar, candy is a source of substantial amounts of saturated fat and can increase the risk of developing heart disease.

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Canned tomatoes

The coating on food cans contains bisphenol A (BPA), which can seep into tomatoes due to their high acid content. BPA can increase the risk of developing heart disease or cancer.

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Microwave popcorn

The packaging contains chemical components that can contaminate the popcorn. These components are found in the blood of consumers and can increase the risk of cancer, in addition to spreading to the environment.

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Non-organic potatoes

Potatoes suffer the effects of pesticide treatments more than any other vegetable. Since they are root vegetables, they absorb pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides in the soil and are also treated before and after harvest to prevent sprouting.

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Frozen pizza

Like many prepared foods, frozen pizza contains large amounts of sodium. They contain little nutritional value and instead fill your stomach with empty calories. Homemade pizza is a much better choice!

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Sugary cereals

Whether for breakfast or a snack, sugary cereals should be avoided, not just because they contain massive amounts of sugar, but also because they’re low in fibre and protein. You’ll be hungry again well before lunchtime.

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Fruit-flavoured beverages

It’s important to note the difference between fruit juices made entirely from fruit and fruit-flavoured beverages, which are made mostly from sugar and colouring. The latter should be removed from your diet for good.

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Frozen meals

Just like frozen pizzas, the prepared meals you find in the frozen food section contain high levels of fat and sodium. Crossing them off your grocery list is a healthy choice!

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Cow’s milk

Many nutritionists caution against cow’s milk—originally, our bodies had trouble absorbing lactose, but adapted to it over the years. Milk can cause gastric acidity and heart disease, not to mention some extra weight around the middle.

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Energy drinks

Far from providing the energy that we need, this type of beverage instead gives the illusion of energy. They’re actually a concentrated source of caffeine, which can cause headaches and nervousness in the long run.

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Corn syrup

Corn syrup is said to be worse than sugar and more dangerous to your health. It’s widely used and can be found in everything from prepared meals to cold meats. Corn syrup contributes to diseases such as type 2 diabetes.

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Fruit-flavoured syrup

It’s better to drink a big glass of cold water than to add these kinds of artificial flavour. “Sugar-free” syrups are full of sweeteners and artificial sugars and can cause headaches.

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Hydrogenated oils

Hydrogenated oils are found in many foods, especially store-bought cookies. Hydrogenated oil is converted to a solid and used to extend the shelf life of some perishable goods. In the long term, it can lead to high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease.

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Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

Monosodium glutamate is a food additive found in prepared dishes or the food at some restaurants to enhance the taste. It works like a drug, creating an addiction and making us want to eat. Some people have reactions to the glutamate and many people are allergic to it.

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Store-bought jams

Avoid jam that contains sodium benzoate, a chemical preservative used to prevent bacteria from growing in food products, as it could be linked to hyperactivity in children.

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Smoothies

Beware of smoothies in restaurants or sold in stores, as most contain enormous amounts of fat and sugar. On the other hand, smoothies made from fresh fruits and vegetables are a healthy choice!

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Sulfites

Avoid foods that contain sulphur dioxide, sodium bisulfite, potassium metabisulfite, or sulfurous acid anhydride: basically, they all mean sulfites. This food preservative is used frequently—especially in wine—and is also a notorious allergen.

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Canned whipped cream

Most of the time, whipped cream from a can doesn’t even contain dairy, because it’s made from water and hydrogenated oil, which could lead to some cardiovascular diseases. You’re better off buying cream and whipping it yourself!

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Red meat

Eating red meat may increase the risk of colorectal cancer.

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Iced coffee or tea

Iced coffee and tea are both high in fat and sugar. They have nothing in common with coffee and tea except the name!

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Ham

Ham contains not only nitrites, but also huge amounts of salt—a dangerous duo for your health, which could lead to a variety of illnesses. Take the ham out of your diet or make sure to eat nitrite-free ham only!

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Chocolates

Sometimes chocolate seems like a good snack when you need an energy boost. But be careful—chocolate bars, like any candy, are full of sugar and fat, opening the door to diabetes and high cholesterol.

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Barbecued meat

When meat is cooked at very high temperatures and comes in contact with fire, carcinogenic elements are released. Cooking meat on the grill increases the risk of developing pancreatic and prostate cancer.

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Alcohol

If you think that drinking alcohol—including wine—has only health benefits, think again. According to French nutritionist Béatrice de Reynal, alcohol is converted to acetaldehyde, a carcinogenic molecule, in the body. It’s okay to enjoy alcohol occasionally, but not every day.

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Ripened cheese

For people over 50, cheeses like Camembert, Roquefort, or Cantal can increase the risk of developing breast or prostate cancer because of the massive amount of saturated animal fat.

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White rice

White rice is white because it has been washed and cleaned. Wholegrain rice has more nutritional value and is a much healthier choice.

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Ketchup

Some people put ketchup on everything, but don’t forget that this condiment has one of the highest levels of added salt and sugar of any food!

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Sausages

Deli sausages are far from being a healthier choice than hot dogs—they’re high in fat and also contain nitrates.

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Rice cakes

It’s mistakenly believed that rice cakes are a healthy snack, but actually they have a fairly high glycemic index.

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Pickles

Although they contain hardly any calories, the pickles sold in grocery stores contain enormous amounts of added salt and sugar.

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Farmed salmon

Farmed fish, especially salmon, contains more organic pollutants than fish from the ocean. Make sure to find out where the fish came from before you buy it.

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Instant soup

Just like canned soup, instant soup packets contain excessive amounts of salt, as well as sugar, gluten, and monosodium glutamate. Homemade soup is a much better choice.

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Cake mix

Quick and easy to prepare, cake mixes contain very large amounts of salt and various preservatives. Instead, take the time to make your own cake, choosing quality ingredients.

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Crackers

A wide variety of crackers are available at any grocery store. Take the time to read the list of ingredients before you purchase, because many are an abundant source of salt and saturated fat.

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Oyster sauce

Oyster sauce is used to prepare many Asian dishes, such as pad thai. But in addition to salt, corn syrup, and caramel, oyster sauce contains chemical ingredients that could be carcinogenic.

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